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The American Coatings Show

The American Coatings Show (ACS) is the leading industry event in North America for the paints, coatings, sealants, construction chemicals, and adhesives sectors. The ACS brings together paint and coatings and allied industry manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and end-users and is the premier platform for innovation, networking, and business development. Attendees gain access to the latest technologies, cutting-edge solutions, and expert insights that drive the future of the coatings industry.

ACS Exhibitors

With hundreds of exhibitors covering more than 138,800 sq ft, the American Coatings Show features an array of companies showcasing impressive displays and creating unparalleled opportunities for networking and business connections.

Show Highlights

Product Presentations

​One of the main attractions at the ACS is the Product Presentation stage. Show attendees have the advantage of being the first to learn about new innovations in the coatings industry by attending the live Product Presentations that take place each day of the event.

Career Center

The Career Center lets exhibitors post jobs, search resumes, and schedule onsite interviews. Attendees can create profiles, upload resumes, and explore career opportunities with participating employers in the coatings industry.

ACS Fun Run

Take the opportunity to energize first thing in the morning by participating in the ACS Fun Run! More than 300 attendees gathered for this exhilarating event in 2022 and 2024.

Don’t miss out in 2026!

Quick Facts

Location

The Indiana Convention Center 100 S. Capitol Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46225

American Coatings Show

Tuesday, May 5 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Thursday, May 7, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

American Coatings Conference

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 8:00 am – 6:30 pm

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 8:30 am - 6:00 pm

Thursday, May 7, 2026 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

A Complete Portfolio

The American Coatings Show offers a comprehensive showcase of innovative products, technologies, equipment and services.

Coatings Raw Materials

Binders / Solvents / Pigments / Fillers / Additives / Resins / Powder Coatings

Adhesives Raw Materials

Natural (modified) polymers / Ethylene vinyl acetate copolymers (EVA) / Polyamides / Polysulfides / APAOs / Other polymers / Polymer dispersions / Acrylates / Vinyl acetates / Monomers / Isocyanates / (Meth) Acrylates / Other monomers / Epoxides / Resins, tackifiers / Natural (modified) resins / Synthetic resins / Inorganic-organic hybrid resins.

Laboratory Production Equipment And Packaging Equipment

Mixers / Extruders, Kneaders / Mills, Triple Roller Mills and Accessories / Engineering / Filters and Filtration / Pumps / Metering Devices, Balances / Conveying Systems / Filling Systems / Packaging and Packaging Materials / Labeling Machines / Logistics / Tinting Systems / Screening Machines and Sintering Plants / Coolers / Pipe Technology

Testing And Measuring Equipment

Quality Control and Laboratory Testing Equipment / Production and Process Control

Environmental Protection And Safety At Work

Occupational Safety / Container Washing Equipment / Emission Treatment / Effluent Treatment / Solvent Recycling

Services

Software, Hardware / E-Commerce / Training and Education Qualification / Technical Information and Publication / Consultancy / Research & Development / Contract Manufacturing

Premium Sponsorships

Expo Tote Bags InterAtlas Chemical

Lanyards Shell MDS

Fun Run & T-Shirts BYK USA

Mobile App Univar Solutions

Hotel Key Cards ICL Halox

Show Pocket Guide Brenntag North America

Conference Poster Session & Reception Aurora Center for Extreme Weather Materials